Landlord and Tenant Lawyers in Belleville

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Landlord and Tenant Law in Illinois

The relationship between a landlord and tenant in Belleville, Illinois can occasionally be a touchy one. Landlords and tenants are not always clear on their respective rights and obligations.

Both parties to a landlord/tenant relationship are controlled by an extensive body of laws and regulations, defining their legal rights and obligations.

Landlord's Rights in Belleville, IL

The most basic right that landlords have is the right to be paid the agreed-upon rent by their tenant. Obviously, renting apartments is how landlords earn a living, so they are entitled to collect the rent that the tenant agreed to pay.

Also, landlords have a right to be compensated for damage a tenant causes to a rented unit, either intentionally or negligently. Landlords have a right to deduct repair costs from tenants' security deposits, unless the damage was caused by usual wear and tear, for which tenants are not liable.

Tenant's Rights in Belleville, IL

Tenants, most essentially, have a right to a habitable apartment. After all, this is what they're paying for. Belleville, Illinois landlords are obligated to see that the units they rent to tenants are fit to be lived in by people. Many different defects might render an apartment uninhabitable, such as serious infestations and other problems with sanitation, lack of running water or electricity, or failure to provide adequate protection from the outside elements.

Furthermore, tenants are entitled to common areas which are reasonably safe and clean, and free of physical obstacles. Areas such as lobbies, hallways, stairwells, and fire escapes must comply with the building codes of Belleville, Illinois. Furthermore, any other unreasonable safety hazard, even if it doesn't violate a specific provision of a building code, can create liability for the landlord if it injures a tenant.

Under federal and Illinois law, tenants are also entitled to protection against discrimination in housing based on race, color, religion, marital status, or gender. Such discrimination can lead to grave civil penalties against the landlord. Landlords also cannot discriminate against tenants based on physical disability, and have to make reasonable accommodations for physically disabled tenants. For instance, they have to allow disabled tenants to make minor physical alterations to the unit (at the tenant's expense) to make it more accessible. Now, they don't need to allow the tenants to have the building remodeled. We're just talking about things like installing handrails in the bathroom, and similar things. The landlord can, however, require tenants to restore the apartment to its original condition, at the tenant's expense, once the tenant leaves.

Lastly, tenants in most states have a right to be free from unfair eviction. Generally, lease agreements last for a set period of time, and both parties are bound by that contract. Landlords cannot arbitrarily evict clients while the lease is still in effect.

Can a Belleville, Illinois Landlord/Tenant Lawyer Help?

Landlords and tenants usually prefer to avoid getting into fights with one another, for obvious reasons. A harmonious relationship is profitable for everyone involved. To that end, the advice of a good Belleville, Illinois landlord/tenant attorney can help defuse arguments before they become too serious.

Landlord & Tenant Attorneys in the Largest IL Cities

Life in Belleville

Bellevilla is located in St. Clair County, Illinois. The city is known as the eighth most populated city in Illinois, with an approximate population of 45,000. For fans of the sitcom The Simpsons, Belleville is south of Springfield, Illinois. It is known for having a diverse population and great attractions for tourists to enjoy.

Some popular sites include the Labor & Industry Museum, the Our Lady of the Snows National Shrine, Sky-View Drive-In, and historic Downtown Belleville.

Belleville is home to well-qualified attorneys who are able to hadnle the legal needs of residents.

5*****Mark M.
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Katie F. ,
05/05/2016Mark was great. When I hired him, it was for the sole purpose of making sure my drivers license didn't get suspended further due to some outstanding tickets.. And he definitely prevented that ft happening. I would recommend him and hire again in a heart beat!

5*****Mark M.
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Clara M. ,
09/11/2013Mr. M. was very helpful in answering our questions, provided us thorough explanations, and was available for us on the hearing dates. He totally dedicated his time to us when we needed him. Other lawyers simply would not give us enough time and demanded more money, but not Mr. M.. Mr. M. went above and beyond in his job expectations and was very ethical in his legal practice. We could not have had a better attorney and would definitely refer him to acquaintances in the future!

5*****Mark M.
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Colleen K. ,
08/29/2011I have never needed to hire an attorney until recently,but Mark was very patient and walked me through the entire process.He was most concerned with having the client live with the results.He negotiated a lesser charge ,which was great.He understood the individual circumstances and was able to reduce the charge and be effective in the outcome.If I ever need legal assistance I will most certainly call him.

5*****Mark M.
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Courtney B. ,
03/02/2011Mark got me the results I wanted for an extremely affordable fee. He handled everything, making the entire process completely stress free. This was extremely important to me since I am not a Minnesota resident and couldn't fly in and out of town. Will definitely hire Mark again if assistance is needed in the future.

5*****Mark M.
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Wendy K. ,
02/26/2010I hope not to have to hire Mark again and thats a good thing. I will recommend him to family and friends. He did a great job for me. Gave me all the options and didn't sugar coat what was going on. I even got money back! I really appreciated the time he did spend on my case.

5*****Mark M.
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Marc S. ,
02/25/2010I was very happy with Mark representing me. He worked very hard for me to get the best out come. I would hire Mark again any time.

5*****Mark M.
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Gena B. ,
09/16/2008I really don't know how many hours Mr M. worked on this case, but I do know everything he did & his explanations made us feel comfortable to trust him completely. I do not have words to express the wonderful outcome of a situation that in the beginning made us feel like there was no hope. It is wonderful to see the justice system work correctly! I have nothing but great things to say about Mr M..

5*****Mark M.
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Sarthak S. ,
01/16/2008Mark was extremely helpful in getting my case dismissed. Right from the beginning he gave me a clear view of the best case scenario but also told me to be realistic about the results. Very efficient and got me the outcome that i wanted. Would definitely recommend him to anyone.

5*****Mark M.
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Dean M. ,
01/10/2007Mark is a great guy and gets straight to the point. He will not make you believe something is going to happen that most likly will not like many lawyers do. Thanks Mark for your help hpefully i wont need your services again but if i do i will be calling!

5*****Mark M.
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Kevin W. ,
09/05/2006Great lawyer!

5*****Mark M.
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Anton B. ,
05/23/2006I approached Mark M. with my case and he settled the case with a positive outcome.

5*****Mark M.
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Kiera H. ,
04/25/2006Mr. M. was extremely nice and flexible to my schedule. He thoroughly answered all of my questions and concerns and very knowledgable of the county laws. I received a small fine and no community service for my DWI and am very pleased at the overall outcome.

5*****Mark M.
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Dave V. ,
02/22/2006Very professional

5*****Mark M.
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Patrick G. ,
02/22/2006Very professional, always took the time to explain everything regarding the case. I would definitely hire Mr. M. again if I needed to. Thank You for your help!

5*****Mark M.
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George T. ,
01/12/2006Mr M. has done a great job handling my case so far. I am very impressed with the thoughness of his work and his desire to get what is best for me. He has taken the time to fully explain everything regarding the case to included possible results and what to expect during the case.

5*****Merritt G.
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Hilda E M. ,
09/30/2016I typically do not rate all fives across the board. However, Mr. G. and his staff demonstrated exemplary work ethics and provided excellent customer service. Mr. G. explained the process thoroughly and clearly. He and his staff ensured I was kept informed of the proceedings. Through his hard work and expert negotiation skills; I was afforded a positive outcome to what was once a negative experience. Mr. G. and his staff are my champions!

5*****Merritt G.
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Mary-jo C. ,
08/08/2016Merritt is an honest and knowledgeable attorney with a competent staff. I recommend his firm based on my experience in their representation and counsel regarding employment law.

5*****Merritt G.
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Michael H. ,
06/22/2016This lawyer is straight up, no BS, no time wasting, just good old hard nosed legal work. Very professional, very timely, highly recommend him as your first stop for legal matters in northern Virginia.

5*****Merritt G.
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Deborah H. ,
06/21/2016

5*****Merritt G.
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Veronica K. ,
04/05/2016Very awesome work provided by this attorney and the law firm! Thank you again, Merritt!

5*****Merritt G.
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Marta G. ,
03/10/2016I had less than 36 hours to find a lawyer for my case at work. I found Merritt G. through the internet. He quickly spoke to me about my problems and agreed to represent me on my case. Merritt G. and his associates were there for me through my whole case even when called at the last minute and even negotiated my return to work. I could not have asked for more help and support in a dire time.

5*****Merritt G.
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Dale S. ,
09/12/2015I always felt comfortable and apprised of the progress of my case. Merritt was a great choice for me as an attorney. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him or any other attorney from the General Counsel, P.C. firm.

5*****Merritt G.
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Peter D. ,
03/30/2015Attorney Merritt G. is the founder and managing partner of the General Counsel P.C., a law firm which specializes in business and workplace related matters. Working directly with Mr. G. and the firm's litigator, Mr. J. Andrew Baxter, was a great experience. They effectively defined and sized my claim against a former employer, and moved quickly to obtain financial damages on my behalf. I would definitely hire these expert attorneys for any future business or workplace related issues in future, and would similarly recommend them to others requiring legal support and advocacy in this field of law.

5*****Merritt G.
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Robert C. ,
03/04/2015Merritt understood our very complex legal challenge from my very first discussion with him. Not only did Merritt reset the calculus for our legal approach, he turned the momentum of the case to completely in our favor simply by understanding the law better than any other prior counsel. Merritt's approach was less "what is the opposition's weakness", but specifically "what are our strengths and how do we best use them to fairly establish our position." We were opposed by a team which engaged in yelling, table beating and hyperbole. Merritt did not allow us to react to that antagonism. They quickly saw they were not dealing with the average legal counsel. Merritt won our case. We are now engaging him for our broader corporate requirements. Merritt G. deserves much more than I am able to offer here in this review.

5*****Gregory A.
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Anthony B. ,
05/09/2013I would recommend Mr. A.. He was very diligent and got the results I wanted.

5*****Gregory A.
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Brian P. ,
06/25/2012This professional made case proceed very quickly and smoothly at a fraction of the price of others.

5*****Gregory A.
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Donna F. ,
08/27/2011Mr. A. was my problem solver, working to deflect the petty and frivolous actions of the problem-creator lawyer hired by my ex. I'd asked him to find a way to return the process to the original tone and agreement. Mr. A. created and used an opportunity to turn around what had been a nasty attack, and got the process moving forward to a constructive, successful resolution. Bless him for his patience with me.

5*****Gregory A.
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William O. ,
09/16/2009Gregory A. went far and beyond being a lawyer. I have never been in trouble with the law before - needless to say I was concerned and scared about the unknown. He took time out of his schedule to reassure me that everything was going to be alright. Exactly what he said would happen, did. He supported me during the time before my case to get my driver's license (and I did). . . No one who, just considered me as a client would of done this. He represented me with professionalism, he was personable, he is a people person and was very easy to talk with. He didn't even mind when I would get worried and send him emails at 4:00 in the mornings. Thanks Greg for for everything

5*****Gregory A.
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David D. ,
04/04/2009Mr A. has always responded to all questions in a timely and clear manner. Honest and greatly experienced, he is very understanding of his clients needs and thoroughly knowledgeable of the legal issues involved.

5*****Gregory A.
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Iliad T. ,
12/12/2008It was good to know that Greg was there watching my back and acting on principle and clarity

5*****Gregory A.
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Durward W. ,
12/04/2008Impressive, although my situation is embarassing to me on many levels Mr. A. did not flinch when he read the documents and seem to really care about doing something to help me.

5*****Gregory A.
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Robert A. ,
10/28/2008Greg A. was meticulous about details. He was very knowledgeable in the area of family Law specifically concerning child custody and visitation as well as child support. Through his efforts I was able to resolve my issues concerning child support and custody without lengthy hearings which kept legal costs to a minimum. I highly recommended using Greg by anyone needing a good and honest lawyer ! I would surely use him again if needed in the future.

5*****Gregory A.
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Ernest T. ,
10/23/2008Mr. A. is an excellent lawyer. He went way beyond what I was expecting him to do. He was very personable and treated me like a friend (not a case). If you should ever have a need for a lawyer in his line of expertise, I would highly recommend Mr. A..

5*****Gregory A.
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Nukulu T. ,
10/23/2008Mr. A. is a very knowledgeable and well spoken attorney. easy to understand and listens carefully and willing to work with you if he can at all costs.My case was finished and it was the best I could have hoped for considering my circumstances. Clear precise and to the point unless you want to talk football with this fine upstanding gentleman. A guaranteed attorney to give you his absolute best and work with you at all costs (financially too which is rare indeed in the world of attorneys) to see it through to the end. Pick him if you want your true moneys worth and then some.

5*****Gregory A.
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Trevor H. ,
10/11/2008Mr. A. is "hands-down" a brilliant attorney. He understood my needs and addressed them with supreme intellect and sound judgement. When Opposing counsel became beligerent, Mr. A. stood his ground and fought profoundly for what was in the best interest of his client. Mr. A. is well educated in many areas of the law and I will look to him for future disputes and/or advice.

5*****Gregory A.
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Angela D. ,
10/08/2008I am very pleased with the manner that he worked with me on my case. His approach is very reassuring and I always felt informed about what was happening. He was very good with responding to concerns and responded in a timely way to any and all communication. I highly recommend him. If you really want someone who puts you at ease and keeps you informed, then he is a great professional for that reason. I would use him for anything else I needed legally that is within his specialty.

5*****Gregory A.
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Dalila L. ,
06/09/2008He is the most wonderful lawyer I ever met. He was there for me and he understud my need. He is very professionanal, carismatic, friendly and he cares. My experience with him was was a blessing from God. If you have a legal problem please talk to Greg before you call another lawyer he is the best.

5*****Gregory A.
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Samuel E. ,
04/29/2008Greg is a very approachable man. He clearly and concisely explained all of my options and possible outcomes for my case. Greg is very knowledgeable and was more than capable of taking care of my case. With his help I achieved the results he initially foresaw three months in advanced. He quelled all my speculations and is a good lawyer who I would take back up at a moments notice, I would recommend to friends as well without any hesitation.

5*****Gregory A.
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Ted D. ,
11/21/2007Greg worked hard on my case, but the judge didn't side with me, we'll have to see what happens next. Greg was very energetic in quickly resolving my legal problems, and I am glad that I happened to find him, I appreciate all that he did for me.

5*****Gregory A.
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Frederick W. ,
06/08/2007Mr. A. was excellent in all phases of our legal relationship. He was most understanding of my plight and came up with a perfect strategy to make sure my daughter was financially secure, but on the other hand, her mother was not able to take unfair advantage of me. He resolved my financial problem with the child enforcement agency, a situation in which they were taking money from me inappropriately. He made me feel secure and comfortable that this would be resolved in a fair and equitable manner. I would definitely retain Mr. A. again, and if any of my friends in that area need a lawyer would not hesitate to recommend him. Make sure you keep him as an attorney to be recommended through your service, because he definitely makes you look very good.

5*****Gregory A.
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Sevy B. ,
11/08/2006Mr. A. shows concern for his clients -- he made sure that I understood everything and was prepared for our consultation with the little information I had given him. He was prompt in replying to my inquiry and I have already referred someone else to him. All around I can say that working with Mr. A. has been a pleasure and if I need an attorney again, I will be calling Mr. A..

5*****Samuel D.
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Gregory E. ,
09/09/2014Sam, was more than great in handling my case.

5*****Samuel D.
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Kevin B. ,
12/04/2012I found Samuel D. to be both professional and competent in his duties. Mr. D. quickly addressed my legal position and was quite pragmatic and forthright in his advice to me. I would certainly recommend Mr. D. as he was direct and to the point in dealing with the opposing counsel. We were successful and I thank Mr. D. for all of his efforts

5*****Samuel D.
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Joseph F. ,
01/31/2012Mr. D. was an excellent choice to represent me in my matter. He fought for me and got things finished up rather quickly. He was also excellent at communication, responding to nearly every one of my inquiries in a timely fashion. I would highly recommend Mr. D. for anyone with an issue with an employer and wrongful termination.

5*****Samuel D.
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David T. ,
12/19/2011The law firm that chose to take my case got right on the paperwork to get started and contacted me within 5 minutes of my posting.

5*****Samuel D.
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Lacie Ann N. ,
10/12/2011I was confident in SAMUEL D.'S INTEGRITY. He reviewed and addressed my concerns prior to and during the Hearing .

5*****Samuel D.
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Antoinette C. ,
10/26/2010Mr. Din was extremely helpful. He reacted immediately when i needed him, he called me during the weekend. Never left my emails without answer and kept me informed on time. Thanks to him I obtained what I needed without going to a trial. I highly recommend Mr. Din to anyone who needs Employment related lawyer.

5*****Samuel D.
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Cristine L. ,
07/19/2010My experience with Legal Match was a tremendous success. I met and hired Samuel D., Esquire, one of the most honorable men I have ever met, in my life! He helped me out tremendously at a time of great crisis in my life, and protected my interests in my dispute with my former employers. He was and is, a wonderful person, a great lawyer, and a terrific asset to your organization!
Sincerely,
Cristine Levine

5*****Samuel D.
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Robert S. ,
02/28/2009Great job! If you need a reference let me know.

5*****Samuel D.
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Carolyn L. ,
04/16/2008I was very pleased with the services that I received from Mr. Samuel D.. He was very efficient with the handling of my case. As a matter of fact, I was very impressed with him from the time that he responded to my case on LegalMatch, as well as meeting him in person. He settled my case so quickly. It was amazing to everyone that I shared my testimony with. I would definitely recommend LegalMatch as well as Mr. D..

5*****Samuel D.
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Carolynn S. ,
09/18/2007Mr. D. did an excellent job for me. He really went the extra measure as well, not only preparing and successfully executing my case, but on follow through, which he did not have to do. I was extremely satisfied with his professional expertise and his genuine and caring manner. I would highly recommend him.

5*****Samuel D.
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Abby B. ,
09/07/2007Mr. D. is friendly and knowledgeable. Evening phone consult was arranged. I wasn’t available until 9:30 and he made the time.
Very comfortable speaking to him. Felt able to address all my concerns. At-ease asking everything on my mind without fear of sounding trivial. Some was, but he showed interest and answered all of my questions. Even when I asked more than once!
Provided tools to move forward in a manner that will protect my job. Had I not called, I would have taken steps (while conforming to company policy) that may very well have eliminated chances of taking future legal action should I be terminated.

5*****Samuel D.
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Deborah K. ,
08/12/2007wonderful lawyer would recommend!!!!!!I was unable to get to his Phila office.Did free consult over phone and had papers next day to sign!!!

5*****Samuel D.
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John M. ,
08/01/2007I had hoped to evaluate this lawyer upon conclusion of our business dealings and would therefore have had a better understanding of him and how he operates. But your insistence upon an "immediate" response from me in this regard precludes any hope of doing this. My evaluation is therefore based upon a very short period of time in my relations with him for me to be objective and focus upon specific details. In the short time that I have known and worked with him, he has been exemplary, objective in his approach, logical, knowledgeable, and a patient listener. I believe that he is capable of attaining our goal in my case.

5*****Samuel D.
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Ellen L. ,
06/29/2007Mr D. is an extremely knowledgeable attorney in the area of Employment Law. He has an open an easy style that allows the client a comfort level and sense of trust. He is capable of winning the case without any unnecessary waste of time and he does so without hostility or intimidation.He settled my case in less that four months.
Mr D. responded to my telephone calls and E-Mails in an extremely timely fashion. He speaks in a language that is clear and understandable to the lay person.I highly recommend Mr D. without reservation. I will continue to retain Mr D. as my attorney for all legal matters.

5*****Samuel D.
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Roselyn B. ,
03/29/2007No comments.

4****Samuel D.
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Walter K. ,
12/05/2012was easy to understand and most of the time got right back to me.very knowledgeable and did what he could in my case to get as much as he could.

4****Samuel D.
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Anthony R. ,
01/18/2012This case is not over.

4****Samuel D.
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Tyrone W. ,
12/21/2010mr D. took my case but as of today i do not know if he as done anything(12-21-10). hope to hear from his soon

4****Samuel D.
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Sherene D. ,
11/10/2008My case is still pending, but Samuel has been efficient thus far